Roosevelt Viewed as Ruthless Politician by Jones in Memoir
Washington Oct 15 Jesse H Jones portrays Franklin D Roosevelt as a ruthless politician eager for war to ensure a third term. Jones, RFC head and wartime Commerce secretary, recalls clashes over Empire State Building talks and describes Roosevelt’s influence on policy and personnel, contrasting him with Harry S Truman.
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HURT TOE STAKE Girl 'Thumbs' 5900 Miles across Nation
Margaret Mayer a 30 year old Bostonian completed a hitchhiking journey across the United States financed by proceeds from an injured Lee. She traveled from the Dakotas to Denver and along the Pacific coast covering about 1010 miles while surviving on $100 she earned from the injury settlement and gifts. She said she was knocked from her bicycle in Austin and received pay for a toe injury.
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Appointment Shelved to Favor Mr Tr Man and Jessup
In a partial retreat from opposition, the plan suggests shelving the appointment to keep the path clear for Mr Tr Man to present a recess assignment to Jessup. The move signals cautious accommodation within the process and leaves room for future changes.
Boyle Resigns Post as Democratic National Chairman
William M. Boyle Sr. resigns as Democratic National Committee chairman to enter Georgetown University Hospital for a check up and observation. He notes no plans to resign as party leader. GOP chairman Guy Gabrielson likewise denies intent to quit. Senate subcommittee probes into RFC ties fuel criticism as both face health and political pressure.
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500 Yanks Saved on Storm Lashed Ship
TOKYO Tue Oct 16 AP a Navy note says about 500 passengers and most of the crew of typhoon wrecked troopship Kongo Maru were moved to safety aboard the transport George D. Clymer and were en route to Sasebo Japan, while salvage work remains stalled by high seas. Captain Lamb calls the transfer successful. Six American soldiers were injured at South Camp Fuji and a tent area near Camp Mower was flattened. nearly 200 Japanese casualties reported from the typhoon.
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Taft Plans News Conf Advance Candidacy Bid
Senator Taft R Ohio announced a news conference for 11 A M tomorrow at the Senate office as a likely formal declaration of his candidacy for the Republican presidential nomination. He spoke in Detroit and will address a Republican dinner there tonight, while signaling a decision on the race. The trip highlights his stance on the Korean War.
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